Victorian Memento Mori Skull Earrings objects surrounding central pear-shaped rock crystals

surrounding central pear-shaped rock crystals

The agate panel has been mounted in an 18k gold signet ring that dates from the mid 18th Century

Turquoise and Diamond

The goldwork is incredible - with tiny flower heads all around the band

Natural Garnet Cabochon - 20

Victorian Memento Mori Skull Earrings objects surrounding central pear-shaped rock crystalsDATE: Victorian, circa 1870 A particularly cool pair of Memento Mori skull earrings dating from the mid Victorian period. The skulls are formed from enamel, and mounted in 15 karat gold. Since ancient times, people have reflected on the brevity of life: The Greek Stoic Epictetus told his students that when kissing their child, brother, or friend, they should remind themselves that they are mortal as do "those who stand behind men in their triumphs and